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Gerber Key Note is one of the cool knives

10 Cool Knives You’ve Never Seen

Posted on February 20, 2022May 25, 2022 by Jeffrey

These cool knives will make you think twice about what you think a “knife” is. Made for very special purposes, these knives are nothing like any normal knife you’ve seen.


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At 4 ounces and around 4 inches long, the Gerber Keynote was meant to be your silent and near-invisible companion.  Just throw it in your purse or pocket and forget it.  It’s a keychain, but it’s also a liner lock knife meant for everyday tasks of minor cutting and scraping.  Aluminum handle (scales) is durable and can withstand abuse, and the keyring is removable to better suit your needs.


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There are very cool knives that double as a gun. This is so that if your pistol does not do the job, the knife can complete it. This is a very specialized gun and provides protection from two angles. The pistol knife comes from the Renaissance period. These types of pistol knives are mostly used for decorative pieces now. (Top rated dive knives).


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This Opinel locking/folding knife is a blessing for moms and dads who would like to introduce their young ones to knives for whittling while minimizing the danger of accidental stabs or pokes.  This classic knife locks in both the open and closed position and features extremely high quality steel from an iconic company.  Opinel is a French company based in the heart of the French Alps and was born in 1890!


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The No products found. is hidden in a shotgun shell. It is mostly a novelty piece. It makes a great outdoor sportsman’s knife. It is a simple design that will fool even the keenest of sportsmen. It has a 1 – 1/2” blade and can be hidden from sight until it is needed.


Shark Knife

Shark knives are cool knives
Good for self-defense.

This shark knife is one of the coolest knives, but highly dangerous to use. It was inspired to look like a shark and be deadly. It is the most dangerous-looking weapon that will help you have the advantage in any hand to hand battle. For the most part it should be used as a decorative piece because it is so dangerous. 


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Scorpion Knife

Scorpion knives is one of the coolest knives

Another very cool knife, the scorpion knife is scarier than most knives. It can be worn as a wrist knife, like a bracelet. If you come across a person wearing this type of knife it is best to head the other way. This knife can be very dangerous.


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The No products found. has just about anything that you want in a knife.  It will operate in most functions that you will need. It’s very practical, so you can get a multitude of functions done with this knife.  Truth be told, however, it’s such a monstrosity, that it may be better suited as a conversation piece on your mantle or coffee table rather than a useful tool in the field.  Still, for the man who has “everything”.


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The lipstick knife is one of the coolest knives for women. It’s hidden in a lipstick case and can be a woman’s best friend in the event of an attack. It is compact and elegant. It features a 1 1/4” blade. It has a glossy deep blue finish on the casing. It is discrete and practical.  Unfortunately, it’s not legal in many places, so the closest we could come to something you might like to buy is a lipstick stun gun and pepper spray …. which is kinda just as cool don’t you think?


Impala Knife

The Impala knife is an art deco liner lock folding knife. It features a ladder pattern with an Impala head. It sports 14 karat gold horns in the handle that introduces the rear of the handle. It is a very graceful and flowing knife.


Custom knives can come in many forms. They can be disguised in any form. These are just a few of the unusual knives that can be found on the open market. Custom made knives can be a weapon that could save your life if you are in danger.

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and more!


 

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